Emma Nelson, Health Reporter

Emma is a health reporter covering medical, health policy, nutrition, fitness and wellbeing - from breaking news, to investigations and talking points. Get in touch if you have a health story.

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Dermatologist reveals the $33 lip balm that's 'scientifically proven' to plump lips

19/02/24 04:02

Lip filler is on the way out. According to polls of US plastic surgeons, the past three years has seen a significant uptick in filler removal - and a 14 percent decline in requests for the procedure. Instead, customers are opting for a more natural look, seeking out treatments like the 'lip flip' - where a tiny amount of Botox is injected above the top lip, making it 'flip' outwards, appearing fuller. But New York City based dermatologist Dr Charles Puza has taken to TikTok to share the ultimate low-key lip pumping treatment....read

Song stuck in your head? Doctor reveals two science-backed ways to get rid of it
16/02/24 03:28
Around 98 percent of the population will experience stuck song syndrome, but only a third get it so badly it regularly disrupts their sleep. Harvard researchers found two ways to treat it.
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Why experts say spritzing your face with a $12 DISINFECTANT could be the ultimate acne cure
15/02/24 10:24
Tiktokers and skin experts are raving about a new type of spot treatment called hypochlorous acid spray, which you can find at your local drugstore for as little as $12.
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Do you pick at your hangnails? Doctor warns you could be suffering little-known life-wrecking condition
15/02/24 03:40
Dermatillomania is a little-known condition that's related to OCD. While few have heard of it, experts believe it could affect up to 16 million Americans at some point in their life.
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The easiest way to guarantee a second date, according to psychologists
09/02/24 03:45
Psychologists say 'conversational narcissism' is one of the biggest first date no-nos, and expressing interest in the other person's life will spark intimacy and connection.
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Dermatologist reveals the two little-know products that will get rid of dandruff for good
08/02/24 04:07
Dr Muneeb Shah has revealed two ingredients that are needed to get rid of the dry, itchy scalp that flakes on to your shoulders.
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Pharmacist reveals 3 things to buy from CVS if you've got flu, and it's not Sudafed or Tylenol
07/02/24 04:42
Pharmacist Dr Ethan Melillo has revealed the three products he swears by during flu season. And his selection doesn't include Advil and Sudafed.
Fitness pro reveals exactly how long your arm workouts should be - and it's surprisingly short
31/01/24 03:44
There's no need to lift big weights for hours in the gym to get tank top ready arms. Barre expert and personal trainer Adrienne Rabena says we should shorten our arm workouts to less than 10 minutes.
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Emergency room doctor issues urgent warning against claw clips - says they can 'get stuck' in patients' SKULLS
30/01/24 04:26
An emergency room doctor has taken to TikTok to warn against wearing claw clips in the car, following cases whereby the accessory has damaged the scalp during a crash.
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Pharmacist reveals the only two over-the-counter remedies that actually work
19/01/24 03:20
Heartburn affects 60 million Americans every month. Thankfully we're not short of remedies. But how do you know which one to choose? Pharmacist Angela Dori has the answer...
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Doctor reveals genius pain-free way to remove a splinter using a medicine cabinet staple
18/01/24 04:02
Splinters should be removed quickly to avoid infection and scar tissue buillding. Now, one doctor has taken to TikTok to share a genius hack for pain-free splinter extraction.
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Couple's therapist reveals the three little-known signs your relationship is doomed
17/01/24 09:55
A professor of counselling from Northern Illinois University has revealed three red-flags to be aware of - including conveniently forgetting to text your partner back.
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Doctor reveals the $5.79 hangover cure from CVS that actually works
15/01/24 04:41
Dr Pedi Mirdamadi says there is one supplement that can help restore the balance of fluid in the body, helping to relieve the worst hangover symptoms
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Dermatologist warns against five popular lip balms that make chapped lips WORSE
10/01/24 04:03
The thin, sensitive skin on the lips means your pout is likely to get dry and flakey this winter. But a dermatologist has warned that the products your using are only making the problem WORSE
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Doctor explains how to hack your gut to get 'the Ozempic effect'
10/01/24 03:03
You don't have to take the potent appetite-surpressing medicine to get the benefits, says this internal medicine physician. There's two neat tricks that can help.
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Doctor explains how to hack your gut to get 'the Ozempic effect' - without having to take the drug
09/01/24 04:29
You don't have to take the potent appetite-surpressing medicine to get the benefits, says this internal medicine physician. There's two neat tricks that can help
Surprising biological reason why your bingo wings might NEVER shift no matter how much you lift
08/01/24 09:06
Ever find you spend months in the gym lifting weights to tone those droopy bits of your arm, but see no difference? This might be why...
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Just started a new fitness routine or diet? New analysis reveals science-backed tips that will make you stick to it
06/01/24 02:27
Fewer than 10 percent of Americans stick to the new healthy habits they plan to take up in the new year. But experts say giving up is far from inevitable...
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Vegan diets make women HORNIER, according to intriguing Netflix show experiment
05/01/24 07:00
Vegan diets are known for their heart health benefits, as well as aiding weight loss. But now, researchers from Stanford have found that going vegan could also boost excitement in the bedroom.
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Health guru demonstrates bizarre 'natural aid' to help you quit vaping...and you'll need a bowl of strawberries
05/01/24 03:40
According to wellness influencer Nikki Owen, it is easy to replace to craving for the sweet-tasting vapor by doing a bizarre sniffing technique.
Doctor demonstrates the secret to clearing a stuffy nose with revolting video that shows mucus gushing out
03/01/24 10:03
With recent reports suggesting that the cold and flu meds we've relied on are bogus, it's tough to know what else to try for a blocked nose. But now, one family doctor says he has an effective solution.
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Black boogers? Here's the five most likely reasons why...and it could be your eye make-up
03/01/24 06:20
The winter season is rife for nose-blowing, with colds and flu spreading around like wildfire. Mucus may turn several colors - even black - but US doctors said it shouldn't be concerning.
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'The O Method' is the internet's latest trick to boost your libido in sexless Winter - but does it work?
02/01/24 10:36
According to some experts, the winter season is the most sexless period of the year. But according to the latest sex-related TikTok craze, it is easy to get your mojo back with the O Method.
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The 2024 fitness trend for men will be gigantic BUTTS, predict exercise experts
28/12/23 05:09
The big butt aesthetic is a trend that doesn't seem to die among women. But now, insiders say men are increasingly pursuing the same look
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Fitness experts reveal the ONE bit of gym kit that will tone your tummy at rapid speed - but people rarely use it
11/12/23 08:06
You might think crunches and planks are the only way to get strong abs - and you'd be wrong. Fitness gurus are encouraging gym-goers to pick up a kettlebell instead
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I'm a dietician - here are 5 surprisingly unhealthy Christmas foods that I'll be avoiding this holiday season
11/12/23 05:22
Those who are hoping to stay healthy throughout the holiday season will no to avoid buttery potatoes and candy - but nutritionists say they're not the only foods they plan to avoid
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Physical therapist reveals five genius exercises that instantly ease back pain - and can be done from your bed
06/12/23 05:00
Most Americans suffer back pain at some point in their life. But easing the symptoms is simple if you know how. Here, a top physical therapist shows five easy movements that will help the pain
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Fitness expert reveals why your arm toning exercises aren't working - and what you should be doing instead to get ripped
30/11/23 07:35
Working hard in the gym but seeing no results with your upper body? Experts say it's a common dilemma - because most people are exercising wrong
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Sexual health doctor reveals one bedroom habit you should NEVER do
28/11/23 04:35
An expert in sexual health has revealed the one habit that millions of Americans practice in the bedroom - but shouldn't.
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Sexual health doctor reveals the surprising thing that you should NEVER do during sex
27/11/23 11:16
According to studies, some 40 percent of people admit to using their own - or a partner's - saliva as a lubricant during sex. But a sexual health expert at the University of Oxford in the UK said you should not
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I swapped energy gels for CANNABIS edibles to fuel my first ever marathon - I finished in rapid time and the run felt like a party
24/11/23 04:11
25 year-old Kate Glavan has been using cannabis to fuel 'almost 100 per cent' of her runs. She says it allows her to 'float through' races and gives her the motivation to push through to the end
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Experts reveal why your cold is always worse at night - and offer tips to stop you coughing in bed
21/11/23 06:01
Ever noticed how the sniffles and coughs get worse as soon as the sun starts to set? Experts explain the intriguing reasons why
Doctor reveals the fascinating reason why you get memory blanks after drinking shots
20/11/23 04:12
We've all been there - you wake up after a boozy night and struggle to remember most of what happened. Now, a doctor reveals exactly what's going on in the brain to cause your blank spots
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Woman goes viral on TikTok after revealing the 'gross' reality of getting food poisoning abroad
16/11/23 04:20
We've all had stomach problems while travelling, but TikTok influencer Aili Hillstrom has revealed the grim reality of so-called 'Bali Belly' - and she says it's worse than she'd ever imagined
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Got nasty bunions? Physical therapist reveals a clever trick that can banish them for good
15/11/23 06:09
Bunions affect around a third of Americans, and can cause pain, stiffness and an unsightly bump at the base of the toe. But Dr Aaron Horschig says investing in this $9.99 device could banish them
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Why you should NEVER wear shoes in the house...according to a doctor
13/11/23 06:23
Dr Sood, a pain management specialist from Maryland, says wearing outside shoes indoors can bring harmful bacteria into your home, with potentially serious repercussions
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Why thoughts of your EX are stuck ON LOOP in your brain, according to science
05/11/23 11:59
The memories and regrets that flood your brain after a break-up are perfectly normal, according to science.
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Walking has dropped nearly 40% in the US since the pandemic, new report shows - and work from home culture is to blame
03/11/23 04:48
A new report shows Americans are walking nearly 40 per cent less than they did before the pandemic yet, intriguingly, pedestrian deaths and injuries have hit a 20 year high.
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New study shows Tai Chi could lower your risk of DEMENTIA... a week after research revealed the martial art can ease Parkinson's symptoms
30/10/23 08:59
Scientists from Oregon Research Institute asked more than 200 people over 65 with declining memory to complete a virtual Tai Chi programme and found staggeringly positive results.
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Researchers invent a 10-minute test to spot gum disease - and it could slash risk of heart attacks and strokes
27/10/23 03:54
Currently, the only way to spot gum disease - which is suffered by 40 per cent of US adults - is via a dental exam. Now, experts from the University of Cincinnati have developed a handy test
The REAL reason Zoom calls make you feel ugly, according to a psychiatrist
26/10/23 06:16
Why can digital interactions make us feel so much more self-conscious than real life ones? Experts from the University of Colorado have shed light on the answer
I was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer aged 30...here are the symptoms people missed
25/10/23 08:13
TikTok influencer Dr Amy Fans has shared the story of her shock ovarian cancer diagnosis story with her 45,000 followers. The symptoms were there - but she never thought they'd mean cancer.
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Can eating ultra-processed food adversely affect YOUR mental health as study shows eating regular takeaways not only damages your waistline
30/09/23 09:01
Dr Chris van Tulleken, a BBC presenter and infectious disease expert said there is a 'good amount of evidence' to link ultra-processed food with poor mental health outcomes.
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Lung drug proved to ease the pain of psoriasis is providing relieve for three quarters of patients
29/04/23 09:17
Following successful study results, the treatment has now been approved for use in the US in patients aged nine and over by drug watchdog the FDA.
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New computer program will 'predict' who will develop lung cancer over the next decade allowing earlier life-saving interventions
22/04/23 09:01
Developed by researchers at the University of Oxford and the University of Nottingham, it uses a wide range of measurements - from smoking status and age as well as social status to determine risk.
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Staff face pressure from bosses to drink with one in five saying they feel obliged to consume alcohol at work events
07/01/23 10:00
The poll suggests this could mean roughly seven million British employees are regularly drinking, despite not wanting to.
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SPA DOCTOR: Avoid stranger danger... in a Covid-safe spa suite for one
20/11/21 10:04
The Lake District's Gilpin Hotel - a five-star retreat in Windermere - is now offering a Covid-friendly experience, with guests staying in one of three dedicated Spa Suites.
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Why are more and more mothers using Dr Google to convince medics that their children are ill to get attention?
06/03/21 10:01
Medics are being trained to spot evidence of Munchausen syndrome by proxy which sees parents deliberately lying about their child's symptoms so they have to go unnecessary tests.
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Would you dare to have a full eye lift while wide awake? Patients are being offered cosmetic surgery to banish stubborn eye-bags... but it's not for the faint-hearted
27/06/20 09:01
While certainly not for the faint-hearted, the method involves three minimally invasive procedures, each lasting less than two hours.
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SPA DOCTOR: My public face is back after botched eye job thanks to a luxury spa... and it allowed me to go out without full make up for the first time since my 20s
26/01/20 12:58
Grantley Hall, a luxurious Grade II listed gem in the Yorkshire countryside is now a five-star resort which offers a range of bespoke facial treatments, tweaked for personal needs.
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Try eating the food scraps you'd normally bin: Boost your bones by eating eggshells, or have watermelon pips to make your muscles bigger
12/10/19 09:08
So-called sustainable eating is all the rage, with eco-warrior food bloggers and writers inventing new recipes to minimise our food wastage. Even restaurants have got in on the craze.
Controversial electric shock treatment for severe depression could cause permanent brain damage and ‘should be stopped’, leading expert warns
24/02/19 01:53
Controversial electric shock treatment for severe depression could cause permanent brain damage and ‘should be stopped’, a leading psychologist has claimed.
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Spa doctor: Finding bliss in the twilight zone of the Staffordshire countryside
18/08/18 09:01
Serenity Spa Evenings at Moddershall Oaks start at £95, including NEOM calming sleep massage. Overnight Serenity Spa breaks start at £345, based on two people sharing a studio suite.
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